Kalang crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1 recorded in this period, compared with 9 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Kalang
Kalang is a rural locality situated in the Mid North Coast region of New South Wales, within the Bellingen Shire local government area and the 2454 postcode. Geographically, the area is defined by the Kalang River valley, featuring a predominantly lush, undulating landscape characterized by river flats, dense native vegetation, and surrounding forested hills. Demographically, Kalang supports a small, dispersed population typical of rural hinterlands in the region, with residents largely engaged in lifestyle farming, agriculture, and conservation.
Local life in Kalang is quiet and community-oriented, relying heavily on the nearby town of Bellingen for primary commercial services, secondary education, and healthcare facilities. The area lacks a prominent commercial center, though it features local community spaces and rural roads utilized by residents. Economic activity is modest, historically centered around small-scale agriculture, forestry, and horticulture. The natural environment provides recreational opportunities such as swimming, bushwalking, and kayaking along the Kalang River.
European settlement in the Kalang area dates back to the 19th century, driven primarily by the timber industry, which exploited the abundant stands of red cedar and other native hardwoods along the river. As the timber resources diminished, the land was gradually cleared for dairy farming and agriculture. While much of the built heritage from the early settlement era has been replaced or repurposed, the locality retains a strong connection to its pioneering past through its rural cultural landscape and historical land-use patterns.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 280 residents. This is not a current population estimate.
Sources and interpretation
These are police-recorded incident or victim counts, not every unreported incident or a prediction of personal safety. Percentage changes are not tests of statistical significance; small counts need particular care.